Basic medical care is widely available in Tanzania. Participants are urged to talk with their...

How are host families selected?

Families are chosen through a careful selection process, and American Councils homestay program coordinators try to match participants with families who share common interests. The criteria submitted in the “Host Family In­formation Form” are very important in making a good match.

Participants should offer specific details about themselves in the “Host Family Information Form” and should not be vague or brief about their interests, personality, and stated needs/interests while living with a host family.